Alpha 11 is now available. The main feature of this alpha is the addition of a mission system along with changes to how the various factions interact with you. Missions can be accessed via the current Star Systems Mission Board (Default Key J).
We know this update has taken quite some time but we hope you enjoy the changes and that they go some way to our goal of adding more "purpose" to the universe.
For a full list of all the additions and changes as well as how they all work please check out the forum post here : forum post
Take the helm of a starship as you explore, blast or trade your way through the cosmos in a procedurally generated sandbox universe where every tile matters. Use your ship to explore unknown star systems, become a pirate preying on trade routes or do work for the military as your fate is in your own hands.
Key Features:
Every object is made up of tiles, which can be destroyed, created or changed allowing for very tactical combat
Procedurally generated universe — Enter a different seed and each universe is different
Multiple factions — Each with a dozen or more starships
Near-real Newtonian physics allowing for a better space-like experience — Use a tractored ship as a shield against attacks or use it to smash into the enemy
Ship customization — Change the color of the tiles of your ship for the ultimate in self-expression (coming soon)
Trade system — Have a bunch of stuff you don't want? Travel to a nearby tradepost and sell it, or buy that crucial upgrade you need (coming soon)
Manufacturing system — Gather key materials and use it, along with specialty labs, to create new ships and components, or upgrade existing ones
Single Player and Multiplayer — Play singleplayer or multiplayer on LAN or Internet
Cross Platform — Windows, Mac (coming soon) and Linux (coming soon)
Ongoing Free Updates — Continue to receive updates as features and content are added
MINIMAL SETUP
OS: Ubuntu 14.04
Processor: 1.7 Ghz Core 2 DuoMemory: 2 GB RAM
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Graphics: 256 MB VRAM. SM 2
Storage: 300 MB available spaceAdditional Notes: Requires 64bit operating system